My Story for You () is a 2018 Chinese television series based on Tangjia Sanshao (唐家三少)'s novel of the same name; starring Luo Jin and Zheng Shuang. The story is based on the author's real-life story on his struggles and hardships before he became a famous novelist, as well as his romance with his wife. The series premiered on June 18, 2018 via iQiyi.
The series received positive reviews for its heart-warming and relatable story.
Synopsis In 1998, Zhang Changgong gets his first taste of success as a developer in an IT company. At the same time, he meets and falls in love with Li Muzi, a kind and intelligent university student. Unfortunately the IT industry soon faces an economic crisis, and Zhang Changgong is left unemployed. With the help of his friends and family, Changgong faces the challenges head on, and eventually becomes a top-selling author.
To court her, he wrote 137 love letters in a year, exceeding 1 million Chinese characters. To guard her, he created 16 novels with more than 40 million words, working a wonder of internet literature. This is the love story that unfolded for 16 years already between Tang Jian Shao and his wife. ~ Novel Summary
Cast Main Actor Character Introduction Luo Jin Zhang Changgong A man with a never-say-die spirit. Zheng Shuang Li Muzi Only daughter of a wealthy military family. Kind and pure, she stays by Zhang Changgong's side and weather all sorts of storms with him.
Supporting People around Zhang Changgong Actor Character Introduction Pang Hanchen Han Dong A rebellious youth who later becomes an intelligent and capable business executive. Zhang Changgong's good friend, who also likes Zhang Yaoyao. Zhang Yishang Zhang Yaoyao Zhang Changgong's sister. A passionate and unrestrained lady who is unyielding in love. Wang Gongliang Li Ningfeng A kind, strict but obtuse policeman, Zhang Yaoyao's husband. Yang Jincheng Wei Xiaoshan Zhang Changgong's good friend. A gentle, loyal and caring man. Li Yiyi Xiao Ai Zhang Changgong's high school classmate and first love. Qin Yiming Liu Mingtao Zhang Changgong's good friend. He is ambitious and eager for success, thus causing him to walk on the wrong path. Jin Hao Li Song Zhang Changgong's good friend and colleague, whom met him through an online platform. Kong Lin Du Juan Zhang Changgong's mother. An overbearing and imposing woman. Luo Gang Li Chun Zhang Changgong's father. An honest and dependable man. Mu Fengbin CEO Lin Zhang Changgong's superior.
People around Li Muzi Actor Character Introduction Ren Shen Xiao Qiu Li Muzi's roommate and close friend. Du Zhiguo Li Muzi's grandfather. Cai Gang Li Muzi's father. Juan Zi Li Muzi's mother. Gao Shuguang Li Muzi's uncle.
Others Actor Character Introduction Sun Jialing Mei Xin Song Nanxi Lin Mian Chen Shuai Xiao Gong Xie Ningmeng Chong Jiayou Zhang Wei Han Dong's close friend. Huang Yuecheng Wei Ming Huang Jingyu Changgong Wei Special appearance.
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Production The series is directed by Yu Cuihua (Love O2O, Eternal Love), written by Mobao Feibao (Scarlet Heart, My Sunshine) and produced by Xiong Xiaoling (Love O2O, My Sunshine). Other notable cast members include Teng Huatao (Dwelling Narrowness, Fu Chen) as its executive producer and Di Kun (To Be a Better Man) as its artistic director.
Tangjia Sanshao, the original author of the novel, acts as the promotional ambassador of the series. This is the first cross-over collaboration between entertainment media (television) and literary work.
The series was filmed in Shanghai, Beijing and New York from April to August 2017.
Awards and nominations Award Category Nominated work Result Ref.Canada China International Film FestivalBest TV Series My Story for You Influence of Recreational Responsibilities AwardsWeb Drama of the Year 中国电视媒体综合实力大型调研Outstanding Drama of the YearGolden Bud - The Third Network Film And Television FestivalTop 10 Web Drama
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